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Scottish Government team looking at reform of Adults with Incapacity legislation and practice. gov.scot/collections/ad… St Andrews House, Edinburgh Joined June 2018-
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People across Scotland are being invited to have a say in the Adults with Incapacity Amendment Act Consultation Your views can help to ensure the human rights of people with mental or intellectual disabilities are respected, protected and fulfilled➡️ bit.ly/AWI_Consultati…
It’s #NationalPowerOfAttorneyDay Having a #PowerofAttorney ensures someone you trust can make decisions on your behalf if you ever lose capacity. Plan ahead and your #POA can reflect your wishes and choices about your health and finances. More: mypowerofattorney.org.uk
Our marketing campaign to support the recruitment of more adult social care workers and help address the high level of vacancies in the sector has launched this week. Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/adult_social_c…
Having a power of attorney in place means that if you were ever to become mentally incapacitated, someone you trust can make important decisions about your welfare and finances on your behalf.
A Power of Attorney isn't just for people with a debilitating brain disorder, it's for people like you! Start the conversation today and ensure your welfare and financial choices are protected. #POADAY22 @sustrans @ScottishCycling @CyclingScotland vimeo.com/354853077/d1c7…
Be part of the next 5000! Power of Attorney is for people like you.#POADAY22 drive.google.com/file/d/1c25i0z… @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen @RenHSCP @InverclydeHSCP @MidlothianHSCP @EdinburghHSCP @cshscp @EastDunHSCP @ELHSCP @erhscp @FalkirkHSCP
Power of Attorney is for people like you! Don't wait until it's too late! Start the conversation today and help us spread the word. drive.google.com/file/d/1V4uZaq… #POADAY22 @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen @RenHSCP @InverclydeHSCP @MidlothianHSCP
Be the first and spread the word! Protect your future and help those around you do the same. #POADAY22 @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen @RenHSCP @InverclydeHSCP @MidlothianHSCP @EdinburghHSCP @cshscp @EastDunHSCP drive.google.com/file/d/1S7Vr-S…
Here is a little reminder of why we are asking you to set up your Power of Attorney. #POADAY22 drive.google.com/file/d/1tI67_T… @GlasgowHousing @GlasgowWest4 @ThenueHousing @Trust_housing @gardeenh @ParkheadHA @Ark_PHC @ProvanhallHA @WellhouseHA @ShettlestonHA @RuchazieHA @YorkhillHA
Here is Gillian from Queens Cross Housing Association answering some more questions on Power of Attorney. Don't wait till it's too late! Start the conversation today! #POADAY22 @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @eahscp @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen drive.google.com/file/d/17mRByD…
Do you have your Power of Attorney yet? Here is Debra Allison from the Office of the Public Guardian answering a few questions that might help you take the next step. vimeo.com/618897250/5885… #POADAY22 @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @eahscp @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen
Peter Smith from Glasgow Housing Association answers some important PoA questions for us. #POADAY22 vimeo.com/618707571/b976… @gardeenh @GlasgowHousing @GlasgowWest4 @ThenueHousing @Trust_housing @ProvanhallHA @WellhouseHA @ShettlestonHA @RuchazieHA @YorkhillHA @LorettoHA
Here is a quick video explaining the reasons why everyone should have a Power of Attorney. #POADAY22 drive.google.com/file/d/1tI67_T… @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen @RenHSCP @InverclydeHSCP @MidlothianHSCP @EdinburghHSCP @cshscp @EastDunHSCP
Here is Jim from Archibald Sharp Solicitors answering some frequesntly asked questions.#POADAY22 vimeo.com/618706254/405b… Visit our website for further information or to contact the team. @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen @RenHSCP
It's never too early to think about your Power of Attorney however it can be too late!! #POADAY22 drive.google.com/file/d/1UEctUa… @HSCScotland @HSCPshire @AngusHSCP @GCHSCP @NAHSCP @eahscp @HSCAberdeen @RenHSCP @InverclydeHSCP @MidlothianHSCP @EdinburghHSCP @cshscp @EastDunHSCP
We want a national conversation with everyone interested in what a new #Dementia Strategy for Scotland should look like. Please see link below: consult.gov.scot/mental-health-…
We want a national conversation with everyone interested in what a new #Dementia Strategy for Scotland should look like. Please see link below: consult.gov.scot/mental-health-…
New Dementia Strategy for Scotland- If you would like to attend one of our online discussions, sign up below. If there are opportunities to meet in-person with you and your communities please get in touch [email protected] #dementia consult.gov.scot/mental-health-…
This will include a series of online and in-person discussions to make it as easy as possible to contribute. The responses will shape a new strategy that will provide tangible ways to improve the lives of those living with the condition. Read more ➡️bit.ly/DementiaScot
This builds on existing work on dementia. Last year @scotgov provided an additional £3.5 million over two years to support people with dementia and their families after a diagnosis. This funding is on top of an estimated £2.2 billion spent on dementia annually.

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